Animal Technician

Job Description

Join Portland Vet Stroudwater and build something new from day one! As our new GP clinic opens its doors, we re seeking a licensed or credentialed veterinary technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) to help deliver exceptional patient and client care in a collaborative and expanding environment.

Our Mission

We re here to improve the lives of pets, their families, and our community by delivering compassionate, high-quality general practice care. If you re someone who finds joy in making a meaningful impact and thrives in a team-driven setting, we d love for you to explore this opportunity.

Anticipated Schedule
\n This is a full-time position

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• Flexible 4-day schedule to start, set schedule of Monday - Thursday (7:30am to 6pm) schedule as of September 2026
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• No weekends or major holidays
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• Potential for schedule change or start time change in future, or weekend day with growth
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Compensation

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• Pay range $28 to $32 per hour, commensurate with experience and licensure
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• Sign-On bonus up to $5,000
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Why Join Us

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• Competitive compensation and sign-on bonus based on experience and credentials
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• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k)+match, CE, uniforms, PTO, pet discounts
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• Work in a newly built and equipped GP facility with onsite CBC, chemistries, cytologies, digital radiography and ultrasound.
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• Collaborative culture with open communication and shared leadership across roles
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What You ll Do

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• Assist veterinarians with routine general practice procedures: exams, diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, lab work, venipuncture, and catheter placement
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• Assist veterinarians with routine general practice surgeries such as spay/neuter and mass removals
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• Support with patient intake, client communication, and education on treatments
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• Help manage patient flow and appointment coordination in a fast-paced setting
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• Collaborate with the GP team to shape workflows, culture, and best practices from the start
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Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a skilled, collaborative veterinary technician who is excited to help build a fabulous team culture and play an active role in launching a brand-new general practice

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• Licensed/Credentialed veterinary technician; very experienced veterinary assistants may also be considered
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• Minimum 1 2 years of experience in small animal practice including surgery
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• Excellent communication skills with clients and colleagues
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• Comfortable using practice management software and diagnostic equipment
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• Demonstrates compassion, teamwork, initiative, and respect
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Apply now to contribute to exceptional veterinary care and client experiences at Portland Vet Stroudwater!

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